Authority Magazine
Jun 20, 2024
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Establish and normalize flexible work arrangements. Allow employees to work from home when possible and on adjusted time schedules when needed. Offer this to all employees so that the workplace is equitable and inclusive, and neurodiverse employees don’t feel singled out.
Sara Owens is the Vice President of Analytics at Media Matters Worldwide, an independent, women-owned and operated media agency. With over 20 years in data and analytics, Sara’s experience spans the brand, publisher, ad tech, and agency side of the industry. She is passionate about using data to solve problems and tell stories. Sara lives in the Bay Area with her husband and two children.
"My experience with neurodiversity started 8 years ago and outside of the workforce. I have a daughter with a rare genetic syndrome called Au-Kline syndrome and Autism Spectrum disorder. To be completely honest, neurodiversity was not on my radar before she came into my life. In the last 8 years, I have learned so much and immersed myself in books, podcasts, support groups, and educational talks. I serve on the DEI committee in my children’s school district. I am on the board of Dedication to Special Ed, the PTA serving Special Ed communities in my county. I’m just beginning my journey of taking what I’m learning as an advocate for inclusion in schools and bringing it to the workplace."